what to look for

[preleeguy]

Thought I'd slip over from the 1st gen forum to ask a question for my son. He has a 96 3500 and is looking at a trade up to a 98 24 valve truck he found for a good price. Can anyone point out anything special he should look for on this truck as compared to his 96 12v. Any help would be great. Thanks!

 

[Shooter]

Welcome to the DARK SIDE







get a std trans !!!

power seat



Check the vin on the ( forgot the site ) for being wrecked, flood ... .



Is this from a dealer or private party??



besides the regular Dodge problems I would recommend taking it to Cummins, Paying the $100. 00 or so to have them do a complete diagnostics on the engine. They can pull all kinds of stuff from the ECM including any over speeds ( rpm ), time and day/date and duration, max fueling volume ( been bombed or not ), any unusual noises from engine or inj. pump, fuel pressure... ..... Cheap insurance.



Good luck !!!